Day 1
What does the word "chronic" mean?
long term, long lasting
What is the disease that is nicknamed "Heart Disease"?
Cardiovascular Disease
Which type of tics is more common: physical or verbal?
physical
What sport did Chris compete in?
Gymnastics
What are the two main symptoms of Alzheimer's?
Memory loss and confusion
What is the name of the disease that weakens the bones?
Osteoporosis
Which type of diabetes is more common?
Type 2
True or False: Motor skills may decline with age
true- think about the "old age activities"
Which chronic disease: causes long lasting lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time.
Cystic Fibrosis
Which condition effects the airways in the lungs, may need to use an inhaler to help with symptoms.
Asthma
Which chronic disease includes involuntary movement or unwanted sounds?
Tourette's Syndrome
What genetic syndrome did Chris have in the video?
Down Syndrome
Who is A.L.S nicknamed after?
Lou Gehrig
Which genetic syndrome includes an extra chromosome 21?
Down Syndrome
Which type of diabetes is referred to as "juvenile diabetes"?
Type 1
Is there a cure for Alzheimer's?
No
What does A.L.S stand for?
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
What is the nickname for Down Syndrome?
Trisomy 21
What is the name of the disease in which your fingers and toes can turn blue or white?
Raynaud's
What team did Lou Gehrig play for?
NY Yankees